Cardiac Disorders NCLEX Questions Nursing Practice Question
The client is diagnosed with pericarditis. When assessing the client, the nurse is unable to auscultate a friction rub. Which action should the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Leaning forward (C) enhances auscultation of a pericardial friction rub, which may be positional. Notifying HCP (A), documenting resolution (B), or chest tube (D) are premature or unrelated.